Occupational Therapist

Company Description Shelterarms Child Development Center is a child development and early intervention clinic dedicated to supporting children and families through compassionate, evidence-based, multidisciplinary care. The team collaborates across specialties to design individualized intervention plans that prioritize functional progress, confidence, and long-term development. Shelterarms emphasizes ethical practice, family-centered care, and continuous professional growth for all team members. The center fosters a supportive environment where children feel safe to grow and where professionals work together with clear shared goals. Shelterarms actively engages in conversations and updates around child development, early intervention, and quality healthcare practice.

Role Description As an Occupational Therapist at Shelter Arms, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assess children’s developmental, physical, emotional, and sensory needs through standardized evaluations and observations.Develop individualized therapy and goal plans for children to improve daily living, motor, play, and social interaction skills. Conduct therapy sessions focusing on sensory integration, fine and gross motor development, and cognitive skills. Support children in enhancing independence in self-care, learning, and recreational activities. Collaborate with parents, teachers, speech therapists, psychologists, and other professionals for holistic child development. Provide guidance and training to parents/caregivers for home-based therapy practices. Maintain accurate therapy records, prepare progress notes, and submit reports on time as per organizational requirements. Monitor each child’s progress regularly and adapt therapy and goal plans accordingly.  Ensure therapy practices comply with medical, ethical, and organizational standards. Participate in awareness programs, parent workshops, and school/community outreach activities.Assist senior occupational therapists in research, training, or any ad hoc child-focused therapeutic projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Occupational Therapy, including assessment, intervention planning, and pediatric-focused practice.
• Relevant knowledge of Pediatrics and child development to address early intervention and developmental needs.
• Experience or familiarity with Rehabilitation principles to support functional independence and participation in daily activities.
• Clear, empathetic Communication skills for working with children, families, and a multidisciplinary clinical team.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution; appropriate registration or licensure as required.
• Experience in pediatric settings such as early intervention centers, schools, hospitals, or clinics is preferred.
• Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation and adhere to ethical and evidence-based practice standards.
• Commitment to ongoing learning, openness to supervision and feedback, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.